Description

Overview

Echo Valley is a family owned, family oriented private golf & country club located just 10 minutes from both Downtown Des Moines and the center of West Des Moines. Echo Valley Country Club is dedicated to its members, providing a place for friends of all ages to gather and enjoy incredible amenities like our award-winning 27 hole golf course, swimming pool, tennis court and stylish Clubhouse. 

Echo Valley recently underwent renovations to our greens on the Vale 9, as well as, to our practice facility.  We re-surfaced and nearly quadrupled the size of our previous putting green to 24,000 square feet. New mowing patterns on the lower range will give players the feel of on course shots. A new chipping/pitching green by the lower West practice tee will give players an area to work on a variety of short game shots.

Finally, our upper practice facility will now become a short game wedge area where golfers can practice shots anywhere from 25 yards to 100 yards. These upgrades to our practice facility will give members at Echo Valley a practice facility to rival any facility in Iowa.

Experience Required

• PGA/LPGA Classification: PGM (Professional Golf Management) Associate in good standing (Level 1 or higher preferred), or a Class "A" PGA/LPGA Professional.
• Club Experience: Minimum of 1-3 years of golf operations experience, with a strong preference for candidates coming from a private or high-end resort facility.
• Technical Proficiency: Direct hands-on experience utilizing standard industry software:
• • Tournament Software: Strong working knowledge of Golf Genius setup and execution.
  • Tee Sheet & POS: Familiarity with the ForeTees and point-of-sale retail systems.
  • Handicapping: Experience administering the USGA GHIN handicap system.
• Player Development: Proven track record or strong desire to deliver high-quality individual instruction, group clinics, and vibrant Junior Golf Programs .

Essential Responsibilities

The following are key responsibilities of position:

• Member Relations: Provide an exceptional, service-first experience for all members and their guests.
• Tournament & Event Execution: Independently manage and execute tournaments from start to finish utilizing Golf Genius software.
• Staff Leadership: Assist in the training, scheduling, and daily supervision of the outside operations staff.
• Practice Facility Management: Oversee the daily operations of Echo Valley's premier practice facilities, ensuring standard-setting staging and presentation.
• Tee Sheet & POS Administration: Manage daily play, check-ins, and accurate billing using the ForeTees application and club POS system.
• Instruction & Player Development: Provide high-quality individual lessons, clinics, and player development initiatives utilizing Echo Valley's expansive facilities.
• Junior Golf Administration: Plan, market, and lead the club's Junior Golf Programs and camps.
• Handicap System: Maintain and administer the USGA GHIN handicapping system for the membership.
• Merchandising: Assist with the golf shop retail operation, including visual displays, inventory control, and tracking special orders.
• Club Repair: Manage the on-site club repair operation.
• Course Etiquette & Pace of Play: Assist with proper pace of play and interpret/enforce the Rules of Golf and club policies.
• Member Engagement: Play golf with different member groups as time allows to foster strong community relations.

Personal Keys for Success:

• Maintain Professional appearance
• Be a punctual individual
• Be a team player
• Be a self-starter and motivated individual
• High level of attention to detail
• Energetic and enthusiastic individuals will thrive
• Lead by example

Benefits

• Golf & Practice Privileges
• PGA/LPGA Dues paid by club
• 100% Lesson Income
• Education Allowance
• Club Staff deal for qualified candidates
• Limited work schedule throughout winter months